Training and Education

New partnership with Sensitivity Training Canada will benefit Alliance members

Employees are a company’s most valuable resource. Fostering good interpersonal relationships benefits everyone who works within an organization. The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC is

July 6, 2020 No Comments

BCCDC COVID-19 Checklist for Processing FacilitiesThis checklist is to guide processors and inspectors in evaluating COVID-19 control programs in processing facilities. Refer to the Guidance on reducing the risk of COVID-19 to workers in processing facilities for details.

HR Checklist – Vertical Bridge

X-ray Inspection ToolkitA collection of checklists to help guide routine x-ray equipment inspections, including a resource for Joint Health and Safety Committees

Communicable Disease Prevention PlanThis template is a guide to ensure that you have considered the communicable disease prevention measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, flu, colds, and other viruses in your workplace. Although you are no longer required to maintain a formal, written plan (unless directed by Public Health), by completing this checklist, you can be confident […]

5 Tips to Help Build your Safety Training PlanAs safety leaders, we’re always looking for relevant and current safety topics to share with our teams. At times, it can feel like we’re repeating ourselves or struggling to get everyone on the same page. How can you keep it fresh and interesting? Here are five tips to help build your safety training plan. 1. […]

2026 WorkSafeBC Premium Rate Changes for ManufacturingThe injury rate across B.C. is at a record low, but risk levels vary across industries and individual company performance. In their July rate change meetings, WorkSafeBC announced that overall, the average base rate is not changing this year, and increases to rate group rates are temporarily capped at 10%. For many companies, this will […]

Open Learning ClassesPublic Safety Training Classes Getting employees out of the workplace reduces distractions and can lead to out of the box thinking—and with Open Learning, you can purchase training by the seat for any number of participants. In sessions with students from multiple companies, employees also experience increased peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities. Browse our upcoming […]

Vehicle Emergency Kit Checklist | Road Safety At WorkVehicles and drivers need to be prepared to deal with emergencies. A vehicle emergency kit with the supplies, tools, clothing and other contents that match the weather and driving conditions that vehicle will encounter is a great way to be prepared.

Respirator Inspection ChecklistA handy, printable checklist for inspection of your respirators.

Workplace Inspections – COVID-19 Additions

Emergency Evacuation Planning ChecklistDo you have an emergency response plan to evacuate due to the risk of a wildfire or flood? Use this checklist to build your plan.

Conducting a Hazard Assessment after a floodBusinesses impacted by a flood must take steps to ensure their personal safety and their employees, including a hazard assessment. Do not enter a flood-damaged location without first reviewing the risks and putting protections from potential hazards in place.